the elite search-and-rescue team from fairfax, virginia, received mobilization instructions monday. >> everyone is getting ready as fast as they can. >> that includes doctors, engineers. if task force 1 is activated, 52 of them will head to chile for the earthquake. twice as many went to haiti. >> we take equipment to breach and break into structures, equipment to allow us to move patients. everything from rope rescue to jack hammers. >> reporter: this time knows what it takes-- team knows what it takes to help people in earthquake zones. it's one of only two teams in the nation, certified to perform rescue operations. >> they're nervous, really, about whether they'll be sent or not. everyone here wants to go. and if they're not rostered, they'd like to be. >> reporter: but before they can do that, every team member has to have their passport checked. international shot record examined. and go through a mini physical. >> the people behind me are, i think, some of the best trained rescuers anywhere around. and they do great work. >> not everyone who showed occupant headquarters will be